How To Fix KS183 - The table of cost elements is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 183

• Message text: The table of cost elements is empty

What causes this issue?

You have called up the BAPI for the creation, change or deletion of cost
elements.
However, you have not specified a data record for a cost element that is
to be created, changed or deleted, or at least or checked.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter at least one table row for a cost element when you call up the
BAPI.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS183 - The table of cost elements is empty ?

  The SAP error message KS183, which states "The table of cost elements is empty," typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction related to cost accounting, such as creating or analyzing cost centers, and the system cannot find any cost elements defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  No Cost Elements Defined: The most common cause of this error is that there are no cost elements defined in the system. Cost elements are necessary for cost accounting as they represent the various types of costs incurred by the organization.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for cost elements may not be set up correctly, or the relevant cost element categories may not be activated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the cost elements.
  Data Migration Issues: If the system has recently undergone a data migration or upgrade, the cost elements may not have been migrated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Cost Elements:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA01 (Create Primary Cost Element) or KA06 (Create Secondary Cost Element) to create the necessary cost elements.
  Ensure that you create cost elements that are relevant to your cost accounting needs.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OKB2 to check the configuration of cost elements and ensure that the necessary categories are activated.
  Verify that the cost element categories are correctly assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and view cost elements. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration logs and ensure that all necessary data, including cost elements, was migrated successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up cost elements and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Element Types: Understand the difference between primary and secondary cost elements. Primary cost elements are linked to financial accounting accounts, while secondary cost elements are used for internal cost accounting purposes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KA01, KA06, KA02 (Change Primary Cost Element), and KA07 (Display Primary Cost Element).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to cost elements and the error message KS183.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KS183 error and ensure that your cost accounting processes function smoothly.